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Just before Chanukah, students from Susya School uncovered a unique oil lamp used to light the nights of ancient Susya. Yochai Damari, head of the Hebron Hills Regional Council: "The lamp is incredibly moving, and its discovery just before Chanukah is amazing."

Archaeologists have unearthed a structure in Yavne, marked by limestone cups suggesting Jewish presence. Nearby, they encountered a large cemetery from the same era.

During an archaeological dirt-sifting activity, an 11-year-old discovered a rare pure silver coin engraved with "Holy Jerusalem." Researchers estimate it originated from Second Temple treasures.

In the Lachish Forest, archaeologists uncovered a fortified Hellenistic structure offering tangible evidence of a battle between the Maccabees and the Seleucids 2,100 years ago.

The stunning seal, originally used as a ring, is crafted from purple-hued amethyst. It showcases a bird alongside a branch, possibly depicting the elusive balsam plant used in Temple incense.

A massive Byzantine-era industrial zone, featuring what is now believed to be the largest known wine factory of its time, has been uncovered in Yavne. Archaeologists estimate that the site produced around 2 million liters of wine annually.

A rare First Temple-era toilet was discovered in an ancient royal estate at the Armon Hanatziv promenade in Jerusalem. Only about ten such toilets from this period are known to exist, making it a significant find.

In a remarkable archaeological excavation at the City of David, the missing segment of Jerusalem's wall that faced the Babylonian siege 2,600 years ago has been uncovered.

The Western Wall Heritage Foundation and the Israeli Antiquities Authority unveil a magnificent 2,000-year-old public building.

A breathtaking Byzantine-era mosaic has been uncovered in Yavne during an archaeological dig by the Israel Antiquities Authority, possibly once part of an opulent home's floor.

During a remarkable operation led by the Israel Antiquities Authority in the cliffs of the Judean Desert, thrilling discoveries from the Bar Kochba revolt era were unveiled. Among these: parchment fragments featuring verses from the books of Zechariah and Nahum, and a rare coin hoard with Jewish symbols.

In an exciting breakthrough, archaeologists have unearthed pieces of fabric dyed with royal purple from the era of Kings David and Solomon in the Timna Valley. "The color immediately caught our eyes, but we couldn't believe we found true purple from such an ancient period," said researchers.

The personal ID tags of four Jewish children, sent to the Sobibor extermination camp in Poland, were uncovered in an archaeological dig. Archaeologist Yoram Haimi shares, "I've been excavating Sobibor for ten years, and this was my hardest day."

Archaeologists believe this fortress, discovered during excavations for expanding the Hispin settlement, was built by the Kingdom of Geshur, an ally of King David's Israel, to oversee the area.

In a groundbreaking archaeological dig for a new elevator project at the Western Wall, a small clay jug revealed four pristine gold coins, dubbed an "ancient savings jar."

A limestone weight from the First Temple period was discovered during excavations near the Western Wall, likely used in ancient Jerusalem's bustling markets.

During archaeological works led by the Civil Administration in Gush Etzion, an intact inkstand dating back to the late Second Temple period was uncovered. Similar findings have only been discovered at about a dozen sites across the country.

Magnificent relics of a regal structure from the era of the Kings of Judah have been unearthed in Jerusalem, featuring the most beautiful and impressive column capitals discovered to date.

Recent finds from the Givati Parking Lot dig in the City of David, dating to the Return to Zion period, suggest efforts to restore administrative systems despite Jerusalem's struggles post-First Temple destruction.

A hidden cache of Jordanian weapons from the Six-Day War was found during archaeological excavations beneath the Western Wall Tunnels entrance. Items discovered include full magazines, a bayonet, and other rifle parts.